Fredrik Wester

Fredrik Wester is co-founder, principal owner and Executive Chairman of Paradox Interactive. During 16 years at Paradox, of which nine as CEO, he has built the company from a small niche studio to an International publisher with over 500 employees.

While Paradox are best known for their series of Grand Strategy games like Stellaris, Europa Universalis, Hearts of Iron and Crusader Kings, their publishing portfolio also includes games like Cities Skylines, Surviving Mars and Magicka. Prior to joining Paradox Interactive, Fredrik co-founded and acted as Director of Sales at consulting company Protein Media.

Fredrik is a driver of organizational improvements and implementation of best practices across departments over the past 15 years. He’s capable of resolving multiple and complex (sales, legal, financial, operational) issues as well as leading teams of highly skilled professionals. He holds a degree in International Management from the Gothenburg School of Economics and Commercial Law.